Chapter 167

Megan's POV

Morning sunlight spilled across the gym windows as I tightened my gloves around my hands. That same smell of sweat and promise radiated from the gym, filling the air as it did every morning. Today would be the beginning of a new regimen—the one Jane had said would train me harder than ever.

"Ready to give it your all, Megan?" Jane's voice echoed in the hall, her eyes razor-sharp and focused.

I nodded, feeling the surge of determination. "Absolutely. What's on the agenda today?"

Jane beamed, a little sparkle in her eye. "We're stepping things up. New drills, increased intensity. I want to see you at your best."

I took a deep breath as both anticipation and anxiety took turns racing through my blood stream. "Let's do this."

We did the usual warm-up, but I already felt the difference. Jane really pushed me to have each movement well done, with every muscle involved. Even the warm-up alone had me gasping for air, yet I kne